FOUR LITTLE NUMBERS.

ONE AWESOME WAY TO STAY HEALTHY! 

Celebrate 5-2-1-0 Healthy Choices Count! in October

It’s all about 5-2-1-0 in October! Whether your school, community, early care program or health care clinic is new to 5-2-1-0 or already registered and ready for more, there are a variety of ways your staff and students can make “Healthy Choices Count!” during Healthiest State Month. 

 #HealthyChoicesCount 

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Week 1: Oct. 5–9 Focus on getting 1 hour of physical activity each day. Participate in the Healthiest State 10th Annual Walk on October 7.

Week 2: Oct. 12-16 Focus on eating 5 fruits or vegetables each day.  Participate in Iowa Local Food Day on Oct. 14, sponsored by Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.

Week 3: Oct. 19-23 Focus on 2 hours or less of screen time each day. Reduce screen time by reading a book or participate in a program that doesn't require a screen.

Week 4: Oct. 26-30 Focus on drinking 0 sugary beverages and more water each day. Water is fuel for your body!  To keep your body running smoothly, drink plenty of water throughout the day!

5-2-1-0 Virtual Summit This year the 5-2-1-0 Healthy Choices Count! Summit is going virtual! Stay tuned for more information!